Good morning, Owensboro.

Friends of Sinners will host its 16th annual banquet on November 11 at Grand Stable Venue, 7735 KY 144 starting at 6 p.m.—the event will feature guest speaker Dr. James Edwards, music, dinner and client testimonies that highlight redemption and recovery.

The fundraiser supports the nonprofit’s Christ-centered addiction recovery facilities that rely on community donations.

Owensboro's Lure Seafood and Grill will offer $20 meals to federal employees affected by the government shutdown, with options like Cajun shrimp and grits available on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Employees must show proof of employment to dine.

Joyfull Java and Juice is adding a new pickup window so customers can order online and drive through for fresh meals and coffee drinks.

Owner Ashley Webb said the update expands her growing menu at 3811 KY 54—meeting the needs of busy families and drivers.

An Owensboro Times video shows that agriculture in Daviess County includes row crops + livestock, greenhouses and local produce beyond just combines in cornfields.

The video explains how diverse farming supports local economic growth and connects families in the area.

The Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum will start its fourth semester group lessons on November 4, offering weekly Tuesday classes in fiddle, guitar, mandolin, banjo, and bass for students with basic skills at a tuition of $75 with discounts for additional family members.

The program will end with a community performance at a local nursing home on December 16 and the museum also announced new private music teachers Randall Howard and Brayden Hood.

Four schools from the Tri-State competed in the state marching band championships—held at Western Kentucky University’s L.T.

Smith Stadium in Bowling Green on Saturday—while Owensboro Catholic Bands finished fourth in Class A, Hancock County Hornet Marching Band ended in second place in Class 2A, and Daviess County High School Band of Pride along with Madisonville North Hopkins Marching Maroons placed second and fifth respectively.

The Owensboro Times is asking locals to vote for its Players of the Week — each team can have only one athlete nominated and votes must be in by 5 p.m. Wednesday.

Voters may cast multiple ballots for top male and female athletes from sports like soccer, cross country, volleyball, and football.

On Sunday, Special Olympics Kentucky held its Area 2 bowling tournament at Diamond Lanes South in Owensboro, giving athletes from age eight to 85 a chance to compete for a state trophy—local high school volunteers helped manage the lanes.

Top finishers will qualify for the state tournament in December in Louisville.

Southern Accents - Tribute to Tom Petty

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Cannon Hall — Cost info not provided — Experience the ultimate Tom Petty tribute with Southern Accents and relive the iconic sounds of the Heartbreakers.

Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol

7-8:30 p.m. — Cannon Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a heartwarming reimagining of Scrooge's tale in the festive Smoky Mountains, filled with music and magic.

Blippi Performance

6-7:30 p.m. — Cannon Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a fun-filled theatrical event with Blippi for kids and families.

Postmodern Jukebox: MAGIC, MOONLIGHT & MISTLETOE Tour

7-8:30 p.m. — Cannon Hall — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the holiday season with a vintage music performance featuring genre-twisting covers of pop hits and classic holiday songs.